NEW YORK and AUSTIN, TEXAS, September 2010 – Wizard World Austin Comic Con, part of North America’s largest pop-culture tour, is set for Friday through Sunday, November 12-14, at the Austin Convention Center. The event will bring together thousands of fans of all ages and plenty of celebrities and industry professionals to celebrate the best in pop culture, movies, comics, toys, video gaming, television, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more.

“We are pleased to return to Texas with Wizard World Austin Comic Con,” said Gareb Shamus, Wizard World CEO. “Austin is a vibrant, growing city and our show appeals to fans of all aspects of pop culture, from comics to television to movies to music to toys to video games and more.”

Also check out the newly created Wrestling section that includes such Divas as Torrie Wilson, Christy Hemme and Amy Dumas (Lita), with more to come.

Children and adult attendees are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite villain, superhero or pop culture personality for the chance to win special prizes in costume contests. Event-goers may also try their hand interactive product exhibits and shop for collectible comics, movie and television memorabilia, toys and games at more than 100 dealer booths.

Special events at Austin Comic Con include the “Magic: The Gathering” card game tournament, professional photo opportunities (Photo Ops) with celebrities and others to be announced.

Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge on the Austin Convention Center at Austin Comic Con to celebrate the best in pop culture. Austin Comic Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles, Anime, Manga & More! This is Texas' best new Comic Con! Austin Comic Con is brought to you by the group who produces the most widely attended Comic Con tour!

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